Siloam Springs in Benton County, Arkansas — The American South (West South Central)
Twin Springs Park
Est. 1880
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, July 17, 2022
1. Twin Springs Park Marker
Restoring the Twin Springs Park & Gardens
In January of 2003, the Siloam Springs Garden Restoration Club, an affiliate of the Arkansas State Federation of Garden Clubs, took on the task of restoring the Twin Springs Park historic garden. Through the efforts of local businesses, citizens, and the city of Siloam Springs, the garden has been replanted and maintained.
Erected 2003 by City of Siloam Springs Parks and Recreation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1880.
Location. 36° 10.996′ N, 94° 32.429′ W. Marker is in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, in Benton County. Marker can be reached from East Main Street west of South Maxwell Street. Located in Twin Springs Park in center of circular flower bed. Parking is located on East Main Street North of the Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Siloam Springs AR 72761, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Armed Forces Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Grand Army of the Republic Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Harkness Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Maxwell-Sweet House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Gentry Grand Army of the Republic Monument
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Photographed By Jason Armstrong, July 17, 2022
2. Picture Top Left
The fountain and circular flower garden date to about 1913. The garden was restored in the early 2000s and was partially funded through grants given by the National Garden Clubs, The Principal Financial Group, and the Arkansas Heritage Foundation. Funds were also acquired through donations and fundraisers organized by the Siloam Springs Garden Restoration Club.
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, July 17, 2022
3. Top Center Picture
The original fountain was replaced in 1936 by the National Youth Administration. The tiered fountain design and lush gardens that adorn Twin Springs Park embody a true spirit of pride for the community of Siloam Springs.
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, July 17, 2022
4. Top Right Picture
Some of the rockwork at the Twin Springs dates to about 1880. The spring waters were once reputed for healing qualities. One spring was said to contain a small amount of arsenic, which was thought to cure stomach problems.
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, July 17, 2022
5. Bottom picture
Twin Springs park in 2019 with rebuilt fountain modeled after the 1936 design. After years of planning, this fountain was completed in 2008.
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, July 17, 2022
6. Twin Springs Park and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 16, 2023, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. This page has been viewed 142 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on April 16, 2023, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
